Post by Ottawa Senators on Jan 15, 2016 0:46:12 GMT
Evgeny Svechnikov: 2015, 1st round, 19th overall, Detroit Red Wings
"Svechnikov’s greatest asset is his ability to find the open areas in the offensive zone; and, contributing to his offensive success, he also possesses quick, hard and accurate wrist and snap shots that often find the minimal open space opposing goaltenders allow. He’s a strong skater and, despite having limited experience playing on the smaller ice surface, is quickly becoming adjusted to the physicality of the North American game"
Jordan Subban: 2013, 114th pick overall, Vancouver Canucks
"While his skill set does not appear to be on the elite level of his brothers and he is smaller than most NHL defensemen (5'9, 178lbs) here are characteristics of his game that attract attention. An offensively-inclined defenseman with a heavy shot and solid skating abilities, he relishes the physical side of the game and is not afraid to compete with players who are much bigger in stature. As with many young defensemen who like to join the attack Subban is a work in progress when it comes to realizing his defensive responsibilities. With number like 0.59 ppg in the AHL, and 0.65 ppg in the OHL, we feel as though he is on the right pace."
Jared Coreau: Undrafted, free agent signing, 2013, Detroit Red Wings
Coreau is a big, athletic goaltender who occasionally relies on his quickness to bail himself out. He has worked on his technique since joining the Detroit organization, but still has room to improve. Currently playing in Grand Rapid, Coreau has a record of 19-5-2 with a 2.15 GAA and a 0.931 SV%
Austin Czarnik: Undrafted, free agent signing, 2015, Boston Bruins.
Czarnik is an undersized dynamo who dominated at the NCAA level. His size and lack of bulk will be a challenge in pro hockey but his package of offensive instincts, passing and stick handling skills, speed and high energy level make him an intriguing prospect.
Ryan Graves: 2013, 4th round (110th overall), New York Rangers
Mostly a defensive blueliner, Graves is big, uses his body well and has good positioning. He projects to be a second pairing defenseman in the NHL, but will need at least two minor league seasons before he is ready to make the jump.
Brock McGinn: 2012, 2nd round, 47th overall, Carolina Huricanes.
The youngest of three hockey-playing brothers, Brock McGinn is small... Ish (6’0, 185 pounds), but fiesty. McGinn is a capable scorer but makes his biggest mark by playing on the edge physically. He has the makings of a third-liner that can make defenseman look over their shoulder on the forecheck while also adding some bottom-six scoring punch
Markus Hannikainen: Undrafted, signed as Free Agent, 2015, Columbus Blue Jackets
Hannikainen was a breakout star with JYP last season, blending his unorthodox skating stride with an effective shot release. He was never much of a scorer coming up through Jokerit’s junior system, so last year’s breakout was a surprise. He didn’t look out of place though, improving his shot release and accuracy. Translating that skill to North America might be a challenge, depending on the type of role he will be asked to play. Any production would be a pleasant surprise.
Jordan Oesterle: Undrafted, signed as Free Agent, 2014, Edmonton Oilers
A fast-skating defenseman with offensive upside, Oesterle is still a bit raw and lacks ideal size. He has proven capable of scoring at the AHL level thanks to his speed
Nikita Jevpalovs: unsigned, signed as a Free Agent, 2015, San Jose Sharks
Jevpalovs has the prototypical size of a power forward but plays more of a high-skill, perimeter game and is not overly abrasive. Skating in the QMJHL as an overage player along with Danick Martel (Philadelphia) in his final junior season, he dominated against the smaller, younger players at that level. Jevpalovs isn’t afraid to get involved in the corners or finish his checks but will have to develop his all around game and add strength to have that same type of success at the pro level.
Kyle Platzer: 2013, 4th round, 96th overall, Edmonton Oilers
Platzer is a smallish center, but he does not let his size dictate his physical play. He is gritty and tough and is always the first one in the corners. Platzer has emerged as a primary scorer for Owen Sound in his third season of junior hockey and appears to be just scratching the surface in terms of his potential.
"Svechnikov’s greatest asset is his ability to find the open areas in the offensive zone; and, contributing to his offensive success, he also possesses quick, hard and accurate wrist and snap shots that often find the minimal open space opposing goaltenders allow. He’s a strong skater and, despite having limited experience playing on the smaller ice surface, is quickly becoming adjusted to the physicality of the North American game"
Jordan Subban: 2013, 114th pick overall, Vancouver Canucks
"While his skill set does not appear to be on the elite level of his brothers and he is smaller than most NHL defensemen (5'9, 178lbs) here are characteristics of his game that attract attention. An offensively-inclined defenseman with a heavy shot and solid skating abilities, he relishes the physical side of the game and is not afraid to compete with players who are much bigger in stature. As with many young defensemen who like to join the attack Subban is a work in progress when it comes to realizing his defensive responsibilities. With number like 0.59 ppg in the AHL, and 0.65 ppg in the OHL, we feel as though he is on the right pace."
Jared Coreau: Undrafted, free agent signing, 2013, Detroit Red Wings
Coreau is a big, athletic goaltender who occasionally relies on his quickness to bail himself out. He has worked on his technique since joining the Detroit organization, but still has room to improve. Currently playing in Grand Rapid, Coreau has a record of 19-5-2 with a 2.15 GAA and a 0.931 SV%
Austin Czarnik: Undrafted, free agent signing, 2015, Boston Bruins.
Czarnik is an undersized dynamo who dominated at the NCAA level. His size and lack of bulk will be a challenge in pro hockey but his package of offensive instincts, passing and stick handling skills, speed and high energy level make him an intriguing prospect.
Ryan Graves: 2013, 4th round (110th overall), New York Rangers
Mostly a defensive blueliner, Graves is big, uses his body well and has good positioning. He projects to be a second pairing defenseman in the NHL, but will need at least two minor league seasons before he is ready to make the jump.
Brock McGinn: 2012, 2nd round, 47th overall, Carolina Huricanes.
The youngest of three hockey-playing brothers, Brock McGinn is small... Ish (6’0, 185 pounds), but fiesty. McGinn is a capable scorer but makes his biggest mark by playing on the edge physically. He has the makings of a third-liner that can make defenseman look over their shoulder on the forecheck while also adding some bottom-six scoring punch
Markus Hannikainen: Undrafted, signed as Free Agent, 2015, Columbus Blue Jackets
Hannikainen was a breakout star with JYP last season, blending his unorthodox skating stride with an effective shot release. He was never much of a scorer coming up through Jokerit’s junior system, so last year’s breakout was a surprise. He didn’t look out of place though, improving his shot release and accuracy. Translating that skill to North America might be a challenge, depending on the type of role he will be asked to play. Any production would be a pleasant surprise.
Jordan Oesterle: Undrafted, signed as Free Agent, 2014, Edmonton Oilers
A fast-skating defenseman with offensive upside, Oesterle is still a bit raw and lacks ideal size. He has proven capable of scoring at the AHL level thanks to his speed
Nikita Jevpalovs: unsigned, signed as a Free Agent, 2015, San Jose Sharks
Jevpalovs has the prototypical size of a power forward but plays more of a high-skill, perimeter game and is not overly abrasive. Skating in the QMJHL as an overage player along with Danick Martel (Philadelphia) in his final junior season, he dominated against the smaller, younger players at that level. Jevpalovs isn’t afraid to get involved in the corners or finish his checks but will have to develop his all around game and add strength to have that same type of success at the pro level.
Kyle Platzer: 2013, 4th round, 96th overall, Edmonton Oilers
Platzer is a smallish center, but he does not let his size dictate his physical play. He is gritty and tough and is always the first one in the corners. Platzer has emerged as a primary scorer for Owen Sound in his third season of junior hockey and appears to be just scratching the surface in terms of his potential.
